1440p (2K) at 60 fps with H.265 (HEVC)— Bitrate & Storage Calculator

Instantly calculate the file size and bandwidth needed for 1440p (2K) (2560×1440) video at 60 fps using H.265 (HEVC). Adjust settings below.

Settings

0 min1h 12 hrs

Results

2560×1440 @ 60fps
Estimated File Size
13.46 GB
13,787.84 MB · 13.46 GB · 0.01 TB
Video Bitrate
32.0 Mbps
32,000 Kbps
Total Bitrate
32.13 Mbps
32,128 Kbps
Upload Speed
48.2 Mbps
1.5x headroom
Bandwidth/min
235.3 MB
data per minute

Codec Comparison

CodecBitrateFile Sizevs H.264
H.264 (AVC)active32.13 Mbps13.46 GB100%
H.265 (HEVC)19.33 Mbps8.10 GB60%
VP919.33 Mbps8.10 GB60%
AV116.13 Mbps6.76 GB50%
ProRes 422112.13 Mbps46.99 GB349%
ProRes 4444160.13 Mbps67.11 GB498%

1440p (2K) at 60 fps with H.265 (HEVC): What You Need to Know

Streaming or recording at 1440p (2K / QHD) resolution and 60 fps with the H.265 (HEVC) codec? Here is everything you need to know about file sizes, bitrates, and recommended bandwidth.

QHD at 1440p offers a noticeable quality jump over 1080p without the extreme bandwidth demands of 4K. It is increasingly popular among gaming YouTubers and desktop-focused content. This resolution is particularly favored by tech reviewers and product demo channels.

Doubling the frame rate to 60fps delivers noticeably smoother motion, especially in scenes with fast movement. Viewers on 60Hz+ displays will immediately notice the fluidity compared to 30fps content.

The H.265 (HEVC) codec offers approximately 40% better compression than H.264 at equivalent visual quality. HEVC cuts file sizes by nearly half compared to H.264, making it the go-to codec for 4K workflows. Hardware decoding support is now widespread on modern GPUs, smartphones, and smart TVs.

With these settings, a 10-minute clip weighs approximately 1.35 GB, while a full hour reaches 8.10 GB. You will need a minimum upload speed of 29 Mbps for reliable streaming. The total video bitrate for this configuration is 19.2 Mbps.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large is a 1-hour 1440p (2K / QHD) video at 60 fps with H.265 (HEVC)?

A 1-hour 1440p (2K / QHD) video at 60 fps encoded with H.265 (HEVC) is approximately 8.10 GB. A 10-minute clip would be around 1.35 GB.

What bitrate does 1440p (2K / QHD) at 60 fps with H.265 (HEVC) require?

This configuration requires a video bitrate of 19.2 Mbps, with a total bitrate (including 128 Kbps audio) of 19.33 Mbps. We recommend an upload speed of at least 29 Mbps for reliable streaming.

How much bandwidth do I need to stream 1440p (2K / QHD) 60 fps H.265 (HEVC)?

You need at least 29 Mbps upload speed. This includes a 1.5× safety margin above the 19.33 Mbps stream bitrate to prevent buffering and dropped frames.

How does H.265 (HEVC) compare to H.264 for 1440p (2K / QHD) 60 fps?

H.265 (HEVC) saves approximately 40% in file size compared to H.264 for 1440p (2K / QHD) at 60 fps. H.264 produces 13.46 GB/hour, while H.265 (HEVC) produces 8.10 GB/hour.

Other Codecs for 1440p (2K) 60 fps

1440p (2K) 60 fps H.264 (AVC)1440p (2K) 60 fps AV11440p (2K) 60 fps Apple ProRes

Other Frame Rates for 1440p (2K)

1440p (2K) at 24 fps H.265 (HEVC)1440p (2K) at 30 fps H.265 (HEVC)1440p (2K) at 120 fps H.265 (HEVC)

60 fps at Other Resolutions

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